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Steven Paul Reitcheck
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Gender
Male
Age
35 yrs
Nationality
United States
Marital Status
Unknown
Date of Death
10/26/2006
Location
940 8th St. Hoxie KS 67740 Sheridan
Cause of Death
Deadly force
A deputy shot Steven Paul Reitcheck after he reportedly shot and killed Sheridan County Sheriff James L. Johnson, 54, during an interview in Johnson's office. According to officials, Johnson was talking to Reitcheck about a possible commitment to a mental health facility when Reitcheck pulled a handgun and fired. A deputy then returned fire, killing Reitcheck.
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Alleged Responsible Party
Sheridan County Sheriff's Office
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